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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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